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Bugaboo Bee Strollers Recalled by Bugaboo Americas Due to Fall Hazard

Reported: December 22, 2011 Initiated: December 22, 2011 #12066

Product Description

The recalled strollers are made for newborns and toddlers up to 37 pounds. They are sold in two frame colors: silver and all black. The stroller's seat comes in black or denim colors and canopy colors include yellow, black, khaki, blue, pink and red, plus special collections colors such as tangerine, soft pink, light green, dark purple, denim and the Missoni print collection. Production dates from January 2011 through September 2011, which are printed with the month abbreviated and year, i.e "Jan. 2011", the "Bugaboo Bee" name and company address are printed on the date code label located on the stroller frame under the seat unit. "Bugaboo Bee" is also printed on the side of the seat backrest.

Reason for Recall

The front swivel wheels can lock while the stroller is in motion, causing the stroller to tip and posing a fall hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers and contact Bugaboo or the retailer where the stroller was purchased to receive free replacement swivel wheels.

Details

Units Affected
About 7,000 in the United States and 260 in Canada

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled strollers are made for newborns and toddlers up to 37 pounds. They are sold in two frame colors: silver and all black. The stroller's seat comes in black or denim colors and canopy colors include yellow, black, khaki, blue, pink and red, plus special collections colors such as tangerine, soft pink, light green, dark purple, denim and the Missoni print collection. Production dates from January 2011 through September 2011, which are printed with the month abbreviated and year, i.e "Jan. 2011", the "Bugaboo Bee" name and company address are printed on the date code label located on the stroller frame under the seat unit. "Bugaboo Bee" is also printed on the side of the seat backrest.. Units affected: About 7,000 in the United States and 260 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled?
The front swivel wheels can lock while the stroller is in motion, causing the stroller to tip and posing a fall hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers and contact Bugaboo or the retailer where the stroller was purchased to receive free replacement swivel wheels.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 22, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12066.